I was in total awe of this film, during and after. It won me over through its luminous beauty and mesmerizing story. It does have music and dancing throughout but it is not a Bollywood film despite it being a film from India. Unlike Bollywood where music and dance seems to occur with hardly any coherence, motivation or verisimilitude, "The Music Room" integrates the song and dance into the story so that it is part of its intricate fabric. It is a film about aging, longing for the past, and the fleeting nature of life. It is the story of an aging landlord who is faced with dire economic circumstances as his palace struggles to adjust to the changing times. Despite his waning resources, the landlord decides to host one last concert in his home. The music room is where the performances are staged. Ray's film uses real Indian musicians and dancers and his capturing of their performances are riveting and engaging.
The performances are fantastic. It is a film that will linger in your consciousness for a long time after viewing.
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